A new generation of Portuguese chefs
By Cristina Alcock news@algarveresident.com At the helm of the kitchens of two of the region’s best-known resorts, Tiago Bonito and Louis Anjos represent a new generation of up-and-coming young chefs
A Mexican fiesta
A typical Mexican-themed fiesta will be hosted by the Cavern Restaurant in Estoi on September 21, giving everyone the opportunity to dress up as gauchos for the evening and enjoy
Mrs S’s Soft Fruit Savoury Conserve
This is the time of year when there is so many fruits and vegetables on offer that you wonder what on earth you are going to do with more figs,
A fisherman’s feast for you
In its fifteenth year, the Festas do Pescador (Feasts of the Fisherman) festival will return to Albufeira this weekend, beginning tonight (September 7) at 6pm, and will continue until Sunday.
Prickly pear challenge
The Prickly Pear Challenge is taking place at the Junta de Freguesia of Martim Longo, in Alcoutim, on September 1. Participants have to prepare a sweet, cake or drink using
Gastronomy and culture in Portimão
Portimão’s second Rota do Petisco (Tapas Route), starting today (Friday), promises to be much more than just another gastronomic festival. Running until October 14, the Rota do Petisco sees the
Yummy pastéis de nata to represent Portugal
By SOPHIE MCCARRICK sophie.mccarrick@algarveresident.com With Portuguese overall export growth up 8.4% already this year, a small group of entrepreneurs from Lisbon have launched an international coffee shop chain to share
Champagne lovers may be disappointed
Production of Champagne this year is expected to decrease significantly as crops are suffering from what is believed to be the worst grape-growing season in decades. Experts in the industry
A question of age
Modern vintage ports can no doubt be enjoyed younger than in the past. David Baverstock looks into just what has changed. There is no doubt in my mind that vintage
Harvest time at Herdade dos Grous
There is no better time than now and over the next few weeks to visit a winery. And, in fact, you do not have to go far with so many

